Leon County Jail Reopened In-Person Visits (Feb 26, 2024): What Changed and How to Prepare

Leon County Detention Facility reopened in-person visitation on Monday, February 26, 2024. Visits happen in the designated visitation area. Follow the rules closely - violations can get your visit denied, cut short, or suspended.

Visitation runs in two daily windows with a break in between. Daytime visits start at 8:30 AM, with the last one beginning at 4:00 PM so it wraps up by 4:30 PM for lockdown during shift change. Evening visits resume at 5:30 PM. The last evening slot starts at 7:00 PM and ends by 7:30 PM.

You get 30 minutes to visit one person per day. That time can't be split between inmates - if you need to see more than one person, plan for separate trips.

You must be at least 16 years old to visit, and you'll need valid ID when you arrive. If your age is close to the cutoff or your ID situation is complicated, sort that out before making the trip. Staff check at the door.

Wheelchair assistance is available for visitors who need mobility help. If that applies to you or someone in your group, build in extra time so check-in doesn't feel rushed.

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• ✓ Bring a valid ID (required for entry)
• ✓ Bring your keys
• ✓ If you travel by public transportation, use the provided lockers for your belongings
• ✓ If you’re not using public transportation, leave all personal items in your vehicle (only valid identification and keys are allowed inside)

You'll go through a metal detector. The dress code is strict about metal - underwire bras, jewelry, hairpins, and similar items can trigger the detector and may get you turned away. Head coverings are also banned, so leave hats, bonnets, and scarves at home.

• ✓ Remove jewelry before you enter
• ✓ Skip hairpins and other metal hair accessories
• ✓ Avoid underwire bras or clothing with metal components
• ✓ Take off any metal items you can before approaching the metal detector

1. Confirm in-person visitation is running - In-person visitation reopened starting February 26, 2024, but it’s smart to check the facility’s current visitation information before you leave.
2. Plan around the visit windows - Aim for the earlier part of the daytime or evening window so you’re not caught by the last-start cutoff.
3. Pack only what’s allowed - Bring valid ID and your keys; everything else should stay in your vehicle unless you’re using a locker due to public transportation.
4. Dress to clear security - Skip head coverings and avoid metal items (including underwire and metal accessories) so you can clear the metal detector without delays.